Square Root Solutions, Factory44 collaborate on app, website development competition

App developer, creative studio combine efforts to showcase local start-ups

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Ciaran Stone, Square Root Solutions and Robbie Phelan, Factory44

App developer Square Root Solutions and on-demand creative studio Factory44 have launched Ireland’s Start-App Competition, offering early-stage start-ups and entrepreneurs the chance to win a €20,000 prize package for creative apps or website concepts.

The competition provides a platform for developers to bridge the gap between ideation and execution, helping them to deliver apps and websites that are intuitive, user-friendly, and customer-centric. The top 10 applicants will be invited to present their concept to a panel of judges comprising esteemed members of Ireland’s business community at Factory44’s brand new facility in the heart of Dublin city. In addition to assessing the bonafides of the participating individuals and teams, judges will grade submissions through the lens of scalability, product viability and market demand.

The €20,000 prize package includes mentorship from industry experts and the opportunity to work closely with Square Root Solutions’ leading developers to scope, design and develop an app/website prototype worth €15,000, featuring the essential functionalities needed to demonstrate the concept to prospective customers and investors.

Additionally, the winning project will receive a one year membership to Factory44’s creative hub (worth €4,500), granting them unlimited, on-demand access to a dedicated team of experienced creatives, designers, and strategists, as well as invites to exclusive member-only events.

Robbie Phelan, co-founder, Factory44 said: “Through our partnership with Square Root Solutions, we are providing a unique springboard for entrepreneurs to fast-track development and growth.”

Ciaran Stone, CEO, Square Root Solutions, said: “To date, Square Root Solutions has worked with over 300 start-ups, so we know exactly what it takes to help bring a concept from ideation to market. We’re really looking forward to receiving applications from a diverse pool of participants across Ireland’s vibrant start-up community.”

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